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PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with EU leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with the President of the European Commission, Ursula Von Der Leyen and the President of the European Council, Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, at Hyderabad House in Delhi.

2026-01-27T07:35:07.821805+00:00 IST

Union Minister Piyush Goyal hails India-EU trade deal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday hailed the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), describing the deal as a "formidable partnership" for both sides in the world.

2026-01-27T07:16:47.916562+00:00 IST

“We have concluded the mother of all deals”: EC President Ursula

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that India and the European Union have concluded the much-anticipated free trade agreement, touted as the 'Mother of all Deals'.

2026-01-27T07:06:23.394025+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds talks with EU leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with the President of the European Council, Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, in the national capital as part of the latter's ongoing state visit to India.

2026-01-27T06:39:51.565229+00:00 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets EU leaders Ursula von der Leye

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President of the European Council, Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and President of the European Commission, Ursula Von Der Leyen here in the national capital on Tuesday.

2026-01-27T06:22:49.480086+00:00 IST

EU Presidents lay wreath at Raj Ghat in honour of Mahatma Gandhi

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, on Tuesday paid tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, by laying a wreath at his memorial in Raj Ghat, as part of their state visit to India.

2026-01-27T06:12:25.545986+00:00 IST

'Mother of all deals perfect example of partnership'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, reiterating it as the 'Mother of all deals' and how it illustrates the partnership between two major economies of the world.

2026-01-27T06:11:51.521982+00:00 IST

India-EU FTA strengthens democracy, rule of law: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the recently signed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a milestone that empowers the shared commitment of both sides towards democracy and the rule of law, while complementing India's existing agreements with the United Kingdom and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

2026-01-27T05:36:23.104400+00:00 IST

Kallas urges deepening defence ties across multilateral fora

After India and the European Union signed the security and defence partnership, European Commission Vice-President Kaja Kallas on Tuesday urged for deepening ties across multilateral fora for further developing defence cooperation.

2026-01-27T04:50:46.381566+00:00 IST

"India-EU technology, defence deal brings both sides closer"

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that the signing of the technology and defence partnership between India and the European Union marks a significant step in bringing the two sides closer amid a complex global environment.

2026-01-27T04:45:15.210697+00:00 IST

India, EU ink Security and Defence Partnership

India and the European Union on Tuesday signed a Security and Defence Partnership, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas such as defence capabilities, counterterrorism, and cyber and maritime security.

2026-01-27T04:32:00.915577+00:00 IST

India, EU set to elevate strategic ties with defence partnership

India and the EU will strengthen their strategic partnership with a Security and Defence Partnership, advancing trade, defence, climate, technology, and mobility cooperation. At the 16th India-EU Summit on Tuesday, leaders will discuss FTA progress, defence frameworks, global issues, and ongoing collaboration in science, space, and energy.

2026-01-27T02:33:07.888309+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 2 PLA aircraft , 5 PLAN vessels

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense on Tuesday said that it detected two People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and five People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels.

2026-01-27T02:28:21.959581+00:00 IST

Pak: Karachi police form team to arrest Gul Plaza suspects

Karachi police formed a special team to probe the Gul Plaza fire that killed at least 73 people. Forensic experts joined the investigation as authorities sealed the site. Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah promised action, compensation, and stricter fire safety audits, urging collective efforts to prevent future tragedies.

2026-01-27T00:06:17.111013+00:00 IST

Singapore HC hails India’s 77th Republic Day parade

In a post on X on Monday, the Singapore High Commissioner in India said, "Clear blue skies today. What a great parade. Amazing. Happy Republic Day! - HC Wong."

2026-01-26T22:28:02.079450+00:00 IST

US envoy to India attends At Home reception

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Monday attended the At Home reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan hosted by President Droupadi Murmu.

2026-01-26T20:59:46.904195+00:00 IST

UN Resident Coordinator greetd India on 77th Republic Day

This marks Priesner's first Republic Day celebrations in India since assuming charge, after presenting his credentials to the Ministry of External Affairs Secretary Sibi George on January 19.

2026-01-26T20:53:25.892941+00:00 IST

PM Modi thanks Cyprus President for R-Day greetings, looks to his

In a post on X, he said, "Thank you dear President Nikos Christodoulides for your warm wishes. Cyprus is a close friend and trusted partner and we are committed to deepening our comprehensive partnership. I look forward to welcoming you in India."

2026-01-26T20:34:09.640074+00:00 IST

Former Nepal monarch starts pilgrimage in Madhesh

Shah, accompanied by family members, arrived in Janakpur on Sunday evening and visited the Janaki Temple on Monday afternoon, surrounded by enthusiastic supporters and Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) activists chanting pro-monarchy slogans.

2026-01-26T20:17:40.480422+00:00 IST

Pak: Roads shut near Karachi Press Club over lawyers’ sentencing

Several roads leading to the Karachi Press Club (KPC) remained closed for hours as lawyers, rights defenders and civil society representatives held demonstrations against the conviction of Pakistan's human rights lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, resulting in major traffic disruptions across the city.

2026-01-26T19:17:59.289250+00:00 IST